Artisan pricing reflects hours of work, loads of materials, and multiple kiln firings, all for each piece — and supports a small independent studio that doesn’t rely on slip casting molds, assembly lines, or multiple sets of hands assisting in different facets of creative or business operations.

All (true*) pottery is ceramic, but not all ceramics are pottery.
Ceramic is the greater field that encompasses everything made from ceramic (clay) including things like bricks, electrical insulators, and your porcelain bathroom sink; pottery is the more crafty/artsy sub-category, primarily focusing on functional and beautiful vessels.
_{* By “true” pottery, I mean clay that becomes ceramic when fired. Air-dry and polymer clays are awesome, but they don’t become ceramic, so they aren’t technically pottery—even if they act clay-like in some ways. See more details on the} Glossary page_{, under “Clay Types.”}

This video by Arkansas Potter breaks down the differences and the context-specific nuances beautifully!

As of Summer 2026 I am not currently accepting custom requests.

I release new work in small collections, with no guarantee designs will be repeated at a later time. I aim to have a new collection monthly, though some pieces may still trickle in after an official drop. My pieces are available until sold out. Because I don’t have my own kiln and partner with a third-party for my firings, I’m subject to their queue and can release new collections only as fast as they can return my pieces.

TL;DR: If you expect to use it to drink from or eat off of like a normal person, I make sure it is food safe and label it as such; though appropriate care and following intended use is critical to maintaining safety. Please read further for more details.

Long answer: It depends on the specific product. When applicable and appropriate, I label my pottery as food safe. Please note, there is a difference between food safe and dinnerware safe. All dinnerware safe items are food safe, but not all food safe items are dinnerware safe; the main difference comes down to durability. For example, a mug is food safe but not dinnerware safe, because if you were to use a spoon or other eating utensil against the interior surface of a mug as often as you would a dinner plate, that glaze would degrade faster to the point of it becoming un-food-safe; but it’s perfectly fine to use the same mug for its intended purpose of holding your favorite hot beverage while keeping your hands warm. All pottery becomes un-food-safe if the glaze or ceramic becomes cracked or chipped where food or drink would come into contact, due to the inability to competently clean in these crevices, allowing bacteria to grow. There is some debate about “crazing” or “crackling” glazes being food safe for this reason. Though I don’t currently (Spring 2026) plan to use such glazes because of stylistic preferences, I would not label such finishes as food safe if I myself were uncomfortable eating or drinking off it.

Individual items will be listed as dishwasher safe if they pass my standard testing, though handwashing is recommended to preserve the longevity and beauty of your pottery; the rough environment of dishwashers and abrasive detergents can chip pottery or dull glazes over time. Please use your best judgment when caring for handmade ceramics.

Pieces listed as microwave safe have been tested to ensure proper heat performance. In normal use, food or beverages will heat while the pottery remains comfortable to handle. Microwave appliances vary in power; contents may become hot. Use care when removing from the microwave. If a piece becomes unusually hot in the microwave, discontinue microwave use.

My pottery is not intended for oven, stovetop, or direct heat use. Avoid extreme temperature changes.

Currently, I only ship in the USA, though I hope to open shipping to our neighbor to the North in the near future. Please check back on this page for updates.

Please see my SALES & PRODUCT POLICY page for more questions about shipping, returns or damaged orders.

AI may assist with writing clarity. It is never used to create my artwork or product imagery. I do, however, occasionally use stock photography for my website artwork (not product listings) and a licensed graphic for my logo.

The best way to support it is to value it: use your pieces often, care for them well, and share them with someone who notices small details.

That kind of support lasts longer than a single sale.

Engaging with my work, sharing it, or choosing independent makers when you can helps keep small creative practices alive.

Thank you for being here! ♡☕️